Third World War is a strategy game for Sega CD that presents a speculative scenario set in the late 20th century where global peace is challenged by erupting conflicts. Players assume the role of a leader from one of 16 nations, with the prime objective of achieving world dominance. A variety of strategies can be employed, such as military force, diplomacy, investment policies, supporting insurgents, and media manipulation. It offers a near-real-world simulation of geopolitical conflict.
Third World War is a "hypothetical/what if" wargame with a twist. Set sometime in the late 20th century, when conflicts all over the world have erupted, and world peace is but a thing of the past.
As the leader of one of 16 nations, your ultimate goal is none other than world domination. To accomplish this you have a multitude of options ranging from raw military might, diplomacy, foreign or domestic investment policy, aiding terrorists or revolutionaries, to media manipulation. In other words, it's just like the real world.